Materials Engineer – Higher Apprenticeship
Gloucester
At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell option)
- Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
- Structured training, mentoring, and career development
- Onsite facilities including parking, restaurant, bike storage, and showers
- Family-friendly and inclusive workplace policies
About Safran Landing Systems
We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, and military aviation. Our expertise spans the full product lifecycle—from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
At Safran, we don't take flight for granted. It takes incredible skill, collaboration, and innovation—and that's where you come in.
Your Role
As part of the Materials & Processes Laboratory team, you will support engineering activities through investigation, testing, and technical analysis of materials used in landing gear systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Investigating landing gear components that do not meet design requirements
- Supporting raw material and forging supply chains
- Conducting mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical testing
- Generating data and compiling technical reports
- Supporting production with manufacturing issue resolution
- Assisting with qualification of new processes
You will gain experience in:
- Materials science, chemistry, and analytical techniques
- Supplier engagement and technical issue resolution
- Mechanical testing and statistical data analysis
- Laboratory investigation techniques
- Process audits and continuous improvement activities
Training & Qualification
- You will complete the Materials Science Technologist Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Derby.
Find out more:
https://www.derby.ac.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-courses/materials-science-technologist-apprenticeship/#course-description
